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The Ghost Lake, authored by the acclaimed Wendy Pratt, is an extraordinary exploration of local history, nature, and the profound depths of human emotion. This lyrically rich memoir has received critical acclaim, being described as 'Remarkable' by the OBSERVER and 'Astounding' by Adam Farrer.
In The Ghost Lake, readers are invited on an evocative journey through North Yorkshire’s evolving landscapes. Pratt masterfully weaves a poignant narrative that blends nature writing with heart-wrenching themes of grief and belonging. As she embarks on a pilgrimage starting at her daughter's grave, readers traverse the haunting remnants of Paleolake Flixton, once a vibrant body of water, now transformed into wetlands over millennia.
This book is not merely a reflection of the past; it delves into the complexities of the present. Wendy Pratt candidly shares her experiences as a working-class writer, an infertile woman, and a bereaved mother, demonstrating resilience through the intricate tapestry of identity and connection. Her narrative beautifully illustrates how nature can provide solace, even while acknowledging that it cannot promise healing.
Join Wendy Pratt in this literary pilgrimage, revealing the hidden stories of a landscape that is as integral to our history as it is to our present. The Ghost Lake is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the intricate relationship between nature and the human experience.
ISBN: | 9780008637378 |
Author: | Wendy Pratt |
Format: | Hardback |
Imprint: | The Borough Press |
Publisher: | HarperCollins Publishers |
Dimensions: | 223 x 143 x 23 mm |
Publication Date: | 15 August, 2024 |
Pagination: | 272 pages |
Weight: | 384g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’